BBC One announced the launch of a new flagship cookery programme this week.

The series - which currently has a working title of Britain's Best Cook - will test the real-life expertise of "truly great cooks and celebrate the the food people make for their loved ones every single day".

It's a case of the cookery icon returning to her first love.

The Great British Bake Off star, who hails from Bath and has family connections with Street, has got more than 75 cookery books to her name and she's carved out a niche as both a national treasure and authority in the kitchen.

The BBC says she'll be the lead church, and the search is on for a second judge.

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“I am never more at home than when I have my judging hat on," said Mary.

"This series is going to encourage proper home cooking which I have always championed and I cannot wait to start. Claudia, for me, is the icing on the cake.”

Mary Berry and Claudia Winkleman will be looking for Britain's best cook (Image: BBC One)

Claudia Winkleman said she's "over the moon" to be on board.

"I am slightly obsessed with Mary so will follow her around with my own moussaka for most of the filming," said Claudia. "Apologies in advance.”

Over eight episodes, the ten contestants will need to demonstrate skill under pressure and individual flair, as they’re asked to serve the most perfect version of dishes that define modern British home cooking as well as create their special take on well-loved classics.

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The judges will be looking for dishes that define a new benchmark of excellence, whether it’s roast beef with the perfect roast potatoes, an ingenious twist on chicken curry or an irresistible chocolate pudding.

Mary Berry in action (Image: BBC One)

Each challenge will reveal new tips and techniques as the competing cooks battle to prove that they have the skills and repertoire, technical ability, resourcefulness and creativity to get through to the final and be crowned Britain’s Best Cook.

Charlotte Moore, Director of BBC Content, said: “Home cooking has quietly become one of the nation's favourite obsessions and so there is no better place than BBC One to compete for this crown.